Terzaghi assumption for bearing capacity of foundation why the base of footing should be rough
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Assumptions in Terzaghi's Bearing Capacity Theory Depth of foundation is less than or equal to its width. Base of the footing is rough. Soil above bottom of foundation has no shear strength; is only a surcharge load against the overturning load Surcharge upto the base of footing is considered.
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